Private Lessons & Coaches in Boyds, MD

I’m Charles Kodjo Alipoe Tchotchodji a professional tennis player from Lomé, Togo, representing my country in the Davis Cup. My journey began with elite training across Ivory Coast, South Africa, and France (TC Thann), and I’m now competing on the U.S. collegiate circuit. Currently, I play in the JUCO division, where I am ranked #9 in the nation with a 11.30 UTR. My career highlights include reaching an ITF Junior ranking of 534 and competing against top international talent on the World Tennis.

"I show her how to make forehand’s and backhand, and how to be consistent.

Former tennis player and totally in love with Pickleball and want to promote pickleball to other players by giving lessons.

1989 & 1991 VT Golden Gloves finalist 1991 New England Diamond Belt Boxing Champion Brazilian Jiujitsu Black belt 2013 Captain of Team USA in the TFC 5 on 5 MMA tournament

"Coach shaddock has shown my daughter the upmost respect and attention she’s learned so much and because of this class she was able to meet Royce Gracie within a couple months ! Her attitude and discipline has improved so much and her fear of conflict has diminished a lot thank you !

As a professional tennis player with an ITF ranking and a 9 UTR, I bring high-level competitive experience to every lesson. I was named Freshman of the Year at Benedict College and became a national champion in my home country. I’ve represented my country internationally and competed in France, Egypt, Kenya, Botswana, Nigeria, Ghana, and Togo. With years of experience working with players of different ages and skill levels, I’m passionate about helping students build confidence, improve their technique, and reach their goals on and off the court.

"Esperance is a great teacher. I brought my 9 year old son for lessons and she was fun, kind and a natural with kids too. She is very skilled too, as a former tennis champion in her country. Looking forward to more future lessons with Esperance! Highly recommended!

Hey there! I've had the privilege of representing my country in three Davis Cup ties and competing in NCAA Division 2 Tennis. Now, my mission is to coach and nurture the next wave of tennis talent. If you're a junior player aiming for greatness, or experienced player trying to fine tune your game, join me on this exciting tennis journey!

"A highlight of the lesson was Dexter’s patience, which really made the experience enjoyable. The session felt well-paced and supportive, perfect for building confidence on the court. If you’re thinking about improving your game, Dexter’s lessons are definitely worth trying out. It’s a great chance to learn in a relaxed and encouraging environment. 🎾

I was a four-year varsity baseball player at St. John’s College High School, one of the top high school programs in the country. I was invited to play on the USA Baseball National Team and participated in the USA National Team Identification Series in 2018, 2019 and 2022 earning a bronze medal in 2022 I was ranked among the top 250 players in the Mid-Atlantic Area and among the top 15 catchers in the DC/Virginia area from 2023-2025 I was apart of two WCAC Championships. Then went to play D3 Ball

"I was new and just getting into baseball and couldn’t even hit the ball on the tee. Coach Parker made hitting so simple and easy for me to understand that I started hitting the ball more consistently.

I am a former collegiate lacrosse player at Washington and Jefferson College and the University of Pittsburgh, where I played midfield and defense. I've been coaching lacrosse for the past nine years, starting with camps in high school and college and later coaching youth, club, and collegiatly after graduating. I have experience working with girls ages 5-22 and can work with all field positions. I am USA Lacrosse Bronze Certified and have all required clearances to work with children.

Bonjour, My name is Philippe. Native Parisian, I have been teaching French for the past nine years at all levels on one-on-one basis or in group settings. I would be delighted to have you as my student to help you in your quest to either learn a new language or improve your existing knowledge of French. Knowing you better is part of establish a partnership whereas I become an integral part of your success through joys and sometimes difficulties, I want this experience to be fun! A bientôt!

Hi there My name is Sean Miles and I'm currently attending college at GMU. I have played tennis since I was 6 years old. I competed on my High School Varsity team all four years. Currently I am playing in 7.0 UTR Mixed Doubles tournament with a friend. I work with all ages from beginners to intermediates. Each class will be focusing on one specific skill eg. step into backhands. Then of course I love to play a fun game or even a match to test the new skill you just learn!!

"Sean is great with my kids and connects well and can adapt towards their needs or strengths. He knows how to motivate/connect with them as they get mentally tired. And my boys are having fun and looking forward each week.

PPR Certified Associate Pickleball Coach with more than 20 years of competitive tennis experience at the USTA 3.5–4.0 level, including inter-club competition and regional tournaments. Passionate about helping recreational players develop strong fundamentals, confidence, consistency, and enjoyment of the game. Brings extensive racquet-sport knowledge in movement, stroke mechanics, court positioning, doubles strategy, and competitive play.

"I highly recommend Mr. Steven Tran as a pickleball coach. He is patient, knowledgeable, and great at explaining techniques in a way that is easy to understand. I’ve learned so much about positioning, shot selection, and strategy, and I feel much more confident on the court. Every lesson is enjoyable . A fantastic coach for players of any level.